[Remote] Lead Environmental Planner
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Apex Engineering Group, Inc. is hiring a Lead Environmental Planner to build and expand its environmental services team. The role leads environmental planning and permitting work for transportation and water projects, supports business development and project pursuits, and coordinates with clients, agencies, and project teams.
Responsibilities
- Preparing NEPA documentation for projects including Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements and Categorical Exclusions
- Participate in business development and marketing activities related to environmental work with existing clients and potential new clients
- Prepares technical proposals for project pursuits with other project managers and market leaders
- Contributes to project pursuit efforts by participating in interviews for specific projects that have a heavy need for environmental planning
- Preparing permits related to the Clean Water Act Sections 10/404 (Corps) and 401 Water Quality Certifications and USFWS Section 7 Consultation
- Review field and office wetland delineations and review jurisdictional determinations by agencies
- Participate in transportation team, management, and company staff meetings and seminars when appropriate
- Assists with the development of budgets for planning work
- Responsible for hiring and recruiting other environmental staff as needed and approved by the Sector Leader
- Effective communication skills with the public will be required in settings such as public meetings, informational meetings, construction notifications, etc
- This position will require the initiative to think independently and make rational judgment calls
- Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies
- Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail
- Must be able to work independently and in a team environment
- Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs
- Travel and out of town stays may be required; may work overtime especially during deadlines for submittals
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- A Bachelor's degree in planning, natural resource management, environmental science, biological science, ecology or related field
- 5+ years of environmental planning and permitting experience requiring knowledge with NEPA document preparation and environmental permitting
- Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
- Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- A valid driver's license is required or the ability to obtain one
- Experience with transportation projects and public agencies located in North Dakota and Minnesota is preferred
- Specialized experience authoring Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements is preferred
Benefits
- Performance-based bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- Paid time off
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Employee wellness program
- Flexible work location: any Apex office or remote within 100 miles of the North Dakota offices; attendance at key business, client, and project-related meetings is expected.
Company Overview
- We partner with our clients to create practical and efficient solutions for complex water, transportation, municipal facility and environmental projects. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.apexenggroup.com.
Company H1B Sponsorship
- Apex Engineering Group, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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